Chemistry: The Molecular Science (5th Edition)

by Moore, John W.; Stanitski, Conrad L.

Published by Cengage Learning

ISBN 10: 1285199049

ISBN 13: 978-1-28519-904-7

Chapter 2 - Chemical Compounds - Conceptual Exercise 2.7 - Identifying Ionic Compounds - Page 66: d

Answer

Ionic

Work Step by Step

Alkali metal ions have net positive charges, and oxygen has a net negative charge. Both ions combine to form an ionic compound. An example is Sodium Oxide ($Na_{2}O$).

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